Registered Nurse - Thought Disorders

Sheppard Pratt Careers; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403b match

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Thought Disorders unit in Towson, MD. The role involves 36 hours weekly, 7PM–7AM with rotating weekends, in-person care.

You will work on a 22-bed unit caring for patients with psychotic disorders under psychiatrists and a multidisciplinary team. Requires an active Maryland RN license and CPR certification; psychiatric nursing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold current RN license in Maryland (or compact state) at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred.
• AHA CPR required before first day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessment, planning, administration and evaluation of patient care.
• Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician.
• Teach and provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to assigned Mental Health Workers or other staff.
• Document and report patient progress to the treatment team.

Skills

Nursing

Psychiatric care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

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Registered Nurse - Thought Disorders

• Posted on July 24, 2026

Locations

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Hospital - Towson
Towson, MD 21204, USA

• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: REGIS011416

Description

Schedule: 36 hours weekly, 7PM to 7AM with rotating weekends. Type: In Person.

TheThought Disorders Unitat Sheppard Pratt Health System is a 22-bed unit that treats patients with psychotic illnesses, including Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, as well as Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Patients are treated under the expert care of experienced psychiatrists, nursing, and other clinical staff. With an average length of stay between 10 and 14 days, the Thought Disorders Unit is unique as it is one of the few specialized units across the country that specifically cares for patients with psychotic illnesses.

As a Registered Nurse/RN you will:

• Perform a full range of professional psychiatric nursing services, including assessing, planning, administering, and evaluating patient care in accordance with team treatment plans.
• Administer medical treatment as prescribed by physician.
• Teach and provide psychosocial support to patients and their families.
• Provide day-to-day clinical direction to assigned Mental Health Workers or other paraprofessional staff.
• Document and report patient progress to treatment team.

Requirements:

• Must possess a current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Maryland (or compact state) at time of appointment and continuously while in position.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting preferred.
• All new clinical staff will begin their extended clinical orientation/training immediately following your first day of employment.
• AHA CPR required before first day of employment

What we need from you.

• Must hold current registered nurse (RN) licensure to practice in Maryland at the time of appointment and maintain licensure throughout the duration of employment.
• Candidates residing in a compact state may apply with a multistate license and must obtain a Maryland RN license within 60 days of relocation.
• Experience in a psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary.
• At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:
• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer:

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The pay range for this position is $37.08 minimum to $56.83 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?
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